Post-Comedy w/ Alfie Bown
Žižek And So On
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The Politics of Humor
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between comedy and politics, focusing on how humor is perceived and utilized differently by right and left political factions. It discusses a controversial joke at a Trump rally that unexpectedly enhanced Trump's popularity, highlighting the contrasting responses from political figures to humor. The chapter further delves into laughter's social implications, including its role in fostering connections across diverse cultures and its philosophical dimensions in relation to political and economic influences.
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